Piper Aircraft Corporation ARCHER II PA-28-181 User manual

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2&lu, ARCHER II SECTION T
GENERAL
SECTION 1
GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This Pilot's Operating Handbook is designed for maximum utilization
as an op€rating guide for the pilot. It includes the material required to be
furnished to the pilot by C.A.R. 3 and FAR Part2l, Subpart J. It also
contains sripplemental data supplied by the airplane manufacturer.
This handbook is not designed as a substitutc for adequate and
competent flight instruction, knowledge of current airworthiness directives,
applicable federal air regulations or advisory circulars. It is not intended to
be a guide for basic flight instruction or a training manual and should not be
used for operational purposes unless kept in a current status.
Assurance that the airplane is in an airworthy condition is thc
responsibility of the owner. The pilot in command is responsible for
determining that the airplane is safe for flight. The pilot is also responsible
for remaining within the operating limitations as outlined by instrument
markings, placards, and this handbook.
Although the arrangement of this handbook is intended to increase its
in-flight capabilities, it should not be used solely as an occasional operating
reference. The pilot should study the entire handbook to familiarize himself
with the limitations, performance, procedures and operational handling
characteristics of the airplane before flight.
The handbook has been divided into numbered (arabic) sections, each
provided with a "finger-tip" tab divider lbr quick reference. The limitations
and emergency procedures have been placed ahead of the normal
procedures, performance and other sections to provide easier access to
information that may be required in flight. The "Emergency Procedures"
Section has been furnished with a red tab divider to present an instant
reference to the section. Provisions for expansion of the handbook have
been made by the deliberate omission of certain paragraph numbers, figure
numbers, item numbers and pages noted as being intentionally left blank.
REPORT: VF1120
1-l
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

SECTION 1
GENERAL
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2&1t1, ARCHER II
I\
t2'
te' !.0t"
THREE VIEW
Figure l-l
Wing Area (sq. ft.)
Min. Turning Radius (ft.)
(from pivot point to wingtip)
z',
170.0
30.0
I'
8.20"
I'
Lll"
REPORT: VB-1120
t-2 ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-181, ARCHER II SECTION 1
GENERAL
I.3 ENGINES
(a) Number of Engines
(b) Engine Manufacturer
(c) Engine Model Number
(d) Takeoff Power - 5 Minute Limit (BHP)
(e) Takeoff Engine Speed - 5 Minute
Limir (RPM)
(f) Maximum Continuous Power (BHP)
(g) Maximum Continuous Engine
Speed (RPM)
(h) Bore (inches)
(i) Stroke (inches)
0) Displacement (cubic inches)
(k) Compression Ratio
(l) Engine Type
I.5 PROPELLERS
(a) Number of Propellers
(b) Propeller Manufacturer
(c) Model
(d) Number of Blades
(e) Propeller Diamete r (inches)
(l) Maximum
(2) Minimum
(f) Propeller Type
I.7 FUEL
AVCAS ONLY
(a) Fuel Capacity (U.S. gal.) (rorat)
(b) Usable Fuel (U.S. gal.) (total)
(c) Fuel
(l) Minimum Octane
(2) Alternate Fuel'
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVfSED: JUNE 29,1984
2650
5.t25
4.375
36 r.0
8.5: I
Four Cylinder, Direct
Drive, Horizontally
Opposed, Air Cooled
I
Sensenich
76EM8S5-0-62
2
76
76
Fixed Pitch
100 Green or l00LL Blue
Aviation Grade
Refer to latest issue of
Lycoming lnstruction No. 1070.
REPORT: VB-I120
'1-3
I
Lycoming
0-360-44M or
o-360-A4A
t80
2700
t78
50
48

SECTION 1
GENERAL
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-181, ARCHER II
r.9 orl,
(a) Oil Capacity (U.S. quarts)
(b) Oil Specification
(c) Oil Viscosity per Average Ambient
Temp. for Starting
(l) Above 600F
(2) 30'F to 90oF
(3) 0oF to 70oF
(4) Below l0oF
1.11 MAXIMUM WEIGHTS
(a) Maximum Ramp Weight (lbs.)
(b) Maximum Takeoff Weight (lbs.)
(c) Maximum Landing Weight (lbs.)
(d) Maximum Weights in Baggage
Compartment (lbs.)
REPORT: VB-1120
l-4
200 0
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVISED: JULY 21,1982
8
Refer to latest issue
of Lycoming Service
Instruction 1014.
Single
s.A.E. 50
s.A.E.40
s.A.E. 30
s.A.E. 20
Multi
S.A.E. 40 or 50
s.A.E.40
S.A.E.40 or
20w-30
s.A.E.20W-30
Normal
2558
2550
2550
Utility
2138
2130 ,
2130
1.13 STANDARD AIRPLANE WEIGHTS
Refer to Figure 6-5 for the Standard Empty Weight and the Useful
Load.

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2t-1t1, ARCHER II SECTION 1
GENERAL
1.I5 BAGGAGE SPACE
(a) Compartment Volume (cubic feet)
(b) Entry Width (inches)
(c) Entry Height (inches)
r.17 SPECIFIC LOADINGS
(a) Wing Loading (lbs. per sq. ft.)
(b) Power Loading (lbs. per hp)
24
22
20
15.0
14.2
REPORT: VB-1120
1-5
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-181, ARCHER II SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
2.I GENERAL
This section provides the "FAA Approved" operating limitations, ,
instrument markings, color coding and basic placards necessary for opera- |
tion of the airplane and its systems.
This airplane must be operated as a normal or utility category airplane
in compliance with the operating limitations stated in the form of placards
and markings and those given in this section and this complete handbook.
Limitations associated with those optional systems and equipment
which require handbook supplements can be found in Section 9
(Supplements).
2.3 AIRSPEED LIMIT'ATIONS
SPEED KIAS KCAS
Neve5 Exceed Speed (VNE) - Do not exceed
this speed in any operation.
Maximum Structural Cruising Speed
(VNO) - Do not exceed this speed except in
smooth air and then only with caution.
t54 148
t25 t2t
REPORT: VB-1120
2-l
ISSUDD: JULY 2,1979
REVISED: JULY 21, 1982

SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2&1t1, ARCHER II
SPEED
Design Maneuvering Speed (VA) - Do not
make full or abrupt control movements
above this speed.
At 2550lbs. G.W.
At 1634lbs. G.W,
KIAS KCAS
lr3
89
lil
89
CAUTION
Maneuvering speed decreases at lighter weight
as the effects of aerodynamic forces become
more pronounced. Linear interpolation may be
used for intermediate gross weights. Maneuver-
ing speed should not be exceeded while opera-
ting in rough air.
Maximum Flaps Extended Speed
Do not exceed this speed with the
extended. t02 100
IAS
154 KTS
125 KTS to
I54 KTS
55 KTS to
I25 KTS
49 KTS to
IO2 KTS
(vFE)
flaps
2.5 AIRSPEED INDICATOR MARKINGS
MARKING
Red Radial Line (Never Exceed)
Yellow Arc (Caution Range - Smooth
Air Only)
Green Arc (Normal Operating Range)
White Arc (Flap Down)
REPORT: VBll2O
2-2
ISSUED JULY 2, t979

PI PER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA.28-I8I, ARCHER II
SECTION 2
I-IMITATIONS
2.7 POWER PLANT LIMITATIONS
(a) Nurrrbcrol'Engincs
(b) Engine Manufacturcr
(c) Engine Modcl No.
(d) Engine Operating Limits
( l) Takcofl'Power - 5 Minute
limit (BHP)
(2) Takeoff Engine Speed - 5
Minute Limit (RPM)
(3) Maximum Continuous Power
(BHP)
(4) Maximum Continuous Engine
Speed (RPM)
(5) Maximum Oil Temperature
(6) Oil Pressure
Minimum (red line)
Maxinrum (red line)
(7) Fuel Pressure
Minimum (red line)
Maximum (red line)
(8) Fuel(AVGAS ONLY)
(minimum grade)
(9) Number of Propellers
( l0) Propeller Manufacturer
(l l) Propeller Model
( l2) Propeller Diameter
Minimum
Maximum
( l3) Propeller Tolerancc (static RPM
at maximum pennissible throttle
setting, sea level, ISA)
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVTSED; APRIL 2,1998
NOTE
Rel'er to the airplane maintenance manual for tcst
procedurc to determine approved static rpm
under non-standard conditions.
I
Lycoming
O-360-A4M or
O-360-A4A with
carburctor setting
r0-3878
180
27m
178
2650
245"F
25 PSI
90 or l0O PSI
0.5 PSI
8 PSI
100 or l00LL
Aviation Grade
I
Sensenich
76EM8S5-0-62
76IN
76IN
Not above 2340 RPM
Not below 2240 RPM
REPORT: VB-1r20
2-3

SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28.I8I, ARCHER II
2.9 POWBR PLANT INSTRUMENT MARKINGS
(a) Tachonreter
Green Arc (Normal Operating Rango)
Yellow Arc (5 Minute Limit)
Red Line (Takeoff Power)
(b) OilTemperature
Grcen Arc (Normal Operating Range)
Red Line (Maximum)
(c) Oil Pressure
Green Arc (Normal Operating Range)
Yellow Arc (Caution Range) (Idle)
Yellow Arc (Ground Warm-Up)
Red Line (Minimum)
Red Line (Maximum)
(d) Fuel Pressure
Green Arc (Normal Operating Range)
Red [,ine (Minimum)
Red Line (Maximum)
500 r() 2650 RPM
2650 to 2700 RPM
27OO RPM
75' to 245"F
245"F
60 PSI tO 90 PSI
25 PSI to 60 PSI
None or 90 PSI to 100 PSI
25 PSI
90 or 100 PSI
0.-5 PSI to 8 PSI
0.5 PSI
8 PSI
Utility
2.I1 WEIGHT LIMITS
Normal
(a) Maxirnum Ramp (lbs.) 2558
(b) Maximum Weight (lbs.) 2550
(c) Maximum Baggage (lbs.) 2ü)
NOTE
Refer to Section 5 (Performance) frrr maximum
rveight as limited by performanco.
REPORT: VB-1r20
2138
2 t30
0
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
a^ Dr|ltroDn- rrrr t/ al iator

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2&1ü, ARCHER II SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
2.13 CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITS
(a) Normal Category
Weight
Pounds
Forward Limit
Inches Aft of Datum
Rearward Limit
Inches Aft of Datum
2550
2050 (and
less)
88.6
82.0
93.0
93.0
(b) Utility Category
Weight
Pounds
Forward Limit
Inches Aft of Datum
Rearward Limit
Inches Aft of Datum
2t30
2050 (and
less)
83.0
82.0
93.0
93.0
NOTES
Straight line variation between points given.
The datum used is 78.4 inches ahead of the wing
leading edge at the inboard intersection of the
straight and tapered section.
It is the responsibility of the airplane owner and
the pilot to insure that the airplane is properly
loaded. See Section 6 (Weight and Ralance) for
proper loading instructions.
REPORT: VFll2O
2-S
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2t-1t1, ARCHER II
2.T5 MANEUVER LIMITS
(a) Normal Catcgory - All acrobatic maneuvers including spins I
prohibited.
(b) Utility Category - Approved maneuvers for bank angles exceeding
60p.
Steep Turns
Lazy Eights
Chandelles
2.I7 FLIGHT LOAD FACTORS
(a) Positive Load Factor (Maximum)
(b) Negative Load Factor (Maximum)
Normal Utility
3.8 G 4.4 G
No inverted maneuvers
approved
Entry Speed
I13 KIAS
I13 KIAS
I13 KIAS
2.I9 TYPES OF OPERATION
The airplane is approved for the following operations when equipped in
accordance with FAR 9l or FAR 135.
(a) Day V.F.R.
(b) Night v.F.R.
(c) Day I.F.R.
(d) Night I.F.R.
(e) Non Icing
2.21 FUEL LIMITATIONS
(a) Total Capacity
(b) Unusable Fuel
The unusable fuel for this airplane has
been determined as 1.0 gallon in each
wing in critical flight attitudes.
(c) Usable Fuel
The usable fuel in this airplane has been
determined as A.0 gallons in each wing.
GAL.
GAL.
50 u.s.
2 U.S.
48 U.S. GAL
REPORT: V8.1120
2-6
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2&1t1, ARCHER II
SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
2.23 NOISE LEVEL
The noise level of this aircraft is 73.9 d B(A).
No determination has been made by the Federal -Aviation
Administration that the noise levels of this äirplane are_or should be
""arpt"Ut" or unacceptable for operation at, into, or out of, any airport'
The above statement not withstanding the noise level stated above has
Ue.n-urtn a by and apfroved by the Fci-eral Aviation Administration in
"äi.L ri".i t*i nignti'*nductäd in accordance with FAR 36, Noise
-ii"nOaras - Aircrait iype and Airworthiness Certification. This aircraft
;;[iir i" compliance'riiitr an fln 36 noise standards applicable to this
type.
REPORT: V&1120
2-7
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PrPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATIO!!
PA'2t-ltl, ARCHER II
2.25 PLACARDS
In full view of the Pilot:
"THIS AIRPLANE MUST BE OPERATED AS A NOR'
MAL OR ÜTiI-i:rV CATECORY AIRPLANE IN
öorta-plrÄllbe wtTH THE oPERATING
in"urerroxs srnrgp IN THE FoRM oF
Fi,ÄöÄnps, MARK-INGs AND MANUALS'
ALL MARKINGS AND PLACARDS ON THIS AIR'
pLANE epptvTo ITS oPERATIoN AS A UTILITY
cÄrgconY- AIRPLANE. FoR NoRMAL AND
UTTLITY CNTECONY OPERATION REFER TO THE
ittot's oPERATING HANDBooK'
NO ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ARE APPROVED
;öR iö'RMAL cArEcoRY oPERATIoNS' sPINS
inä i;noruBITED FoR NoRMAL AND UTILITY
CATEGORY."
In full view of the Pilot:
TAKEOFF CHECK LIST
Fuel on Proper tank
Electric fuel PumP on
Engine gauges checked
Flaps - set
Carb. heat off
Mixture set
Primer locked
Fuel on ProPer tank
Mixture rich
Electric fuel PumP on
Seat backs erect
LANDING CHECK LIST
Seat backs erect
Fasten belts/ harness
Trim tab - set
Controls- free
Door - latched
Air Conditioner off
Flaps - set
Fasten belts/harness
Air Conditioner off
{
The..AlRcoNDoFF.itemintheaborletakeoffandlandingcheck
ti.tt it rnunaatory for air conditioned aircraft only'
REPORT: VFl120
2-t
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-2t-1t1, ARCHER II SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
In full view of the pilot, in the area of the air conditioner control panel
when the air conditioner is installed:
*WARNING _ AIR CONDITIONER MUST BE OFF
TO INSURE NORMAL TAKEOFF CLIMB PER-
FORMANCE."
Adjacent to upper door latch:
"ENGAGE LATCH BEFORE FLIGHT."
On inside of the baggage compartment door
*BAGGAGE MAXIMUM 2OO LBS."
*UTILITY CATEGORY OPERATION - NO BAG.
GAGE OR AFT PASSENGERS ALLOWED. NOR-
MAL CATEGORY OPERATION - SEE PILOT'S
OPERATING HANDBOOK WEIGHT AND BAL-
ANCE SECTION FOR BAGGAGE AND AFT PAS-
SENGER LIMITATIONS."
In full view of the pilot:
"VA = l13 KIAS AT 2550# (SEE P.O.H.)"
"DEMO. X-WIND 17 KTS."
In full view of the pilot:
*OIL COOLER WINTERIZATION PLATE TO BE
REMOVED WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE EX-
CEEDS 5OOF.'
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVISED: JULY 21,1982
REFORT: VB-1120
2-9

SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-181, ARCHER II
In full view of the pilot:
"UTILITY CATEGORY OPERATION ONLY.''
(l) No AFT PASSENGERS ALLOWED.
(2) ACROBATIC MANEUVERS ARE LIMITED TO
THE FOLLOWING:
ENTRY SPEED
SPINS PROHIBITED
STEEP TURNS
LAZY EIGHTS
CHANDELLES
In full view of the pilot:
..WARNING - TURN OFF STROBE LIGHTS WHEN
IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO GROUND OR DURING
FLIGH'I'THROUGH CLOUD, FOG OR HAZE.-
On tachometer face:
"AFTER 5 MIN: REDUCE POWER TO 2650 RpM."
I I3 KIAS
I I3 KIAS
I I3 KIAS
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVISED: JULY 20,1983
REPORT: VB-1120
2- t0

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
PA-28-181, ARCHER II SECTION 2
LIMITATIONS
Adjacent to the fuel filler caps:
FUEL - 100 or l00LL AVIATION GRADE.
or
FUEL - IOO-I3O AVIATION GRADE MIN.
USABLE CAPACITY 24 GAL.
USABLE CAPACITY TO BOTTOM OF FILLER
NECK INDICATOR I7 GAL.
Adjacent to the filler caps (serial numbers 28-8390036 and up):
REPORT: VB-1120
2-tt T
AVGAS ONLY
ss
GRADE
too
GRADE
IOOLL
ISSUED: JULY 20, 1983

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3
PA.2&1I1, ARCHER II EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.T GENERAL
The recommended procedures for coping with various types of
emergencies and critical situations are provided by this section. All of
required (FAA regulations) emergency procedures and those necessary for
the operation of the airplane as determined by the operating and design
features of the airplane are presented.
Emergency procedures associated with those optional systems and
equipment which require handbook supplements are provided in Section 9
(Supplements).
The first portion of this section consists of an abbreviated emergency
check list which supplies an action sequence for critical situations with little
emphasis on the operation of systems.
The remainder of the section is dpvoted to amplified emergency
procedures containing additional information to provide the pilot with a
more complete understanding of the procedures.
These procedures are suggested as a course of action for coping with the I
particular condition described, but are not a substitute for sound judgment
and common sense. Pilots should familiarize themselves with the I
procedures given in this section and be prepared to take appropriate action
should an emergency arise.
Most basic emergency procedures, such as power off landings, are a
normal part of pilot training. Although these emergencies are discussed
here, this information is not intended to replace such training, but only to
provide a source of reference and review, and to provide information on
procedures which are not the same for all aircraft. It is suggested that the
pilot review standard emergency procedures periodically to remain
proficient in them.
ISSUED: JULY 2;1979
REVISED: JUNB 29,tgt/,
REPORT: VFr120
3-l

PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3
PA-2&18I, ARCHER II EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
3.3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES CHECK LIST
ENGINE FIRE DURING START
Starter
Mixture
Throttle
Electric fuel pump
Fuel selector .
Fuel selector
Electric fuel pump
Mixture ...
Carburetor heat
Primer
If power is not regained, proceed with power off landing.
crank engine
idle cut-off
.... open
OFF
OFF
Abandon if fire continues.
ENGINE POWER LOSS DURING TAKEOFF
If sufficient runway remains for a normal landing, land straight ahcad.
If insufficient runway remains:
Maintain safe airspeed.
Make only shallow turn to avoid obstructions.
Flaps as situation requires.
If sufficient altitude has been gained to attempt a restart:
Maintain safe airspeed.
switch to tank
containing fuel
r. check ON
check RICH
.. oN
locked
ISSUED: JULY 2,1979
REVISED: MAY 29, l9t0
REPORT: VFr120
3-3

SECTION 3 PIPER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES pA-2t-1t1, ARCHER It
ENGINE POWER LOSS IN FLIGHT
Fuel selector switch to tank
containing fuel
... oN
Electric fuel pump
Mixture RICH
Carburetor heat ....... ON
Engine gauges.....
Primer
.. check
of cause
for indication
of power loss
check locked
If no fuel pressure is indicated, check tank selector position to be sure it is on
a tank containing fuel.
When power is restored:
Carburetor heat OFF
Electric fuel pump ... oFF
If power is not restored prepare for power off landing.
Trim for 76 KIAS.
POWER OFF LANDING
Locate suitable field.
Establish spiral pattern.
1000 ft. above field at downwind position for normal landing approach.
When field can easily be reached slow to 66 KIAS for shortCst landing.
Touchdowns should normally be made at lowest possible airspeed with fult
flaps.
When committed to landing:
Ignition ..... oFF
..... oFF
Master switch
Fuel selector OFF
Mlxture idle cut-olT
Seat belt and harness .....tight
REPORT: VFl120
!4 ISSUED: JUIY 2' 1979

PI PER AIRCRAFT CORPORATION SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Iä-28-l8t ARCHER II
ftlRIJ IN TTI-IGHl'
Sourcc ol'lirc
Elcctrical firc (smokc in cabin)
Mastcr switch..........
Vcnts
Cabin hcat
Land as soon as practicablc.
Engine l'irc:
Fucl sclcctor
Throttlc...
Mixturc...
Electric fuel pump
Hcatcr and clelroster
Procccd with p<lwer off landing procedure .
LOSS OF'OIL PRESSURE
Land as soon as possible and investigatc cause.
Preparc for powcr off landing.
LOSS OF F'UEL PRESSURE
Elcctric fucl pump.....
Fucl sclcctor
HIGH OIL THMPERATURE
l,antl at ncarcsl airport and investigate thc problem.
Prcpirrc lirr power off landing.
...idle cut-off
*ll:3H
...........oN
...........check on lull tank
REPORT: Vl|-1120
3-5
.chcck
..OFF
.opcn
..oI--F
...,.....oFF
.CLOSED
ISSUED: .IULY 2,1979